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Sunset Bridge
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“This delightful story is full of humor and romantic moments . . . a sure hit with . . . fans and readers looking for a lighthearted and well-plotted beach book.” —Publishers Weekly
Former socialite Tracy Deloche has nothing to her name but five ramshackle beach cottages and the unlikely friendships she’s formed with her tenants. Wanda, wise waitress turned popular pie-shop owner. Janya, the young Indian wife whose arranged marriage surprises her every day. Alice, a widow raising her complex tween-age granddaughter. And Maggie, Wanda’s daughter, a former Miami cop with a love life as complicated as Tracy’s own.
The new man in Tracy’s life hasn’t mentioned love or commitment—and Tracy has just discovered she’s pregnant. Janya longs to be a mother—and suddenly has two young siblings in her care. Maggie helps out at Wanda’s Wonderful Pies . . . but is the kitchen big enough for both mother and daughter? And Alice may lose her beloved granddaughter to someone no one expected. . . .
As a tropical storm brews, the wind carries surprises and secrets over the bridge to Happiness Key. Now, more than ever, five friends will discover just how much they need one another.
Former socialite Tracy Deloche has nothing to her name but five ramshackle beach cottages and the unlikely friendships she’s formed with her tenants. Wanda, wise waitress turned popular pie-shop owner. Janya, the young Indian wife whose arranged marriage surprises her every day. Alice, a widow raising her complex tween-age granddaughter. And Maggie, Wanda’s daughter, a former Miami cop with a love life as complicated as Tracy’s own.
The new man in Tracy’s life hasn’t mentioned love or commitment—and Tracy has just discovered she’s pregnant. Janya longs to be a mother—and suddenly has two young siblings in her care. Maggie helps out at Wanda’s Wonderful Pies . . . but is the kitchen big enough for both mother and daughter? And Alice may lose her beloved granddaughter to someone no one expected. . . .
As a tropical storm brews, the wind carries surprises and secrets over the bridge to Happiness Key. Now, more than ever, five friends will discover just how much they need one another.
Author
Emilie Richards
Bevor Emilie Richards mit dem Schreiben begann, studierte sie Psychologie. In ihren preisgekrönten, spannenden Romanen zeigt sie sich als fundierte Kennerin der menschlichen Seele. Nach einem mehrjährigen Auslandsaufenthalt in Australien wohnt die erfolgreiche Autorin heute mit ihrem Mann, einem Pfarrer, in North Virginia.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5"The best..read the entire series!" Having lived and worked in the Keys and Florida, love the setting and you will all in love with the characters! Looking forward to her new book "One Mountain Away" which I have pre-ordered on Nook.
Tracy has nothing to her name but five ramshackle beach cottages and the unlikely friendships she's formed with her tenants. Wanda, wise waitress turned popular pie-shop owner. Janya, the young Indian wife whose arranged marriage surprises her every day. Alice, a widow raising her complex tween-age granddaughter. And Maggie, Wanda's daughter, a former Miami cop with a love life as complicated as Tracy's own. The new man in Tracy's life hasn't mentioned love or commitment— and Tracy has just discovered she's pregnant. Janya longs to be a mother—and suddenly has two young siblings in her care. Maggie helps out at Wanda's Wonderful Pies…but is the kitchen big enough for both Gray women? And Alice may lose her beloved granddaughter to someone no one expected….
As a tropical storm brews, the wind carries surprises and secrets over the bridge to Happiness Key. Now, more than ever, five friends will discover just how much they need one another. - Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Sunset Bridge by Emilie RichardsTracy owns the 25 acres of Happiness Key where there are 5 cottages that are rented out.She's in her 40's with not much hope of having a child but that one night with her boyfriend, Marsh was just enough to make her prgenant.Also we are brought up to date on what's happening with the residents of the cottages.Love to hear of the sleep overs on the shores of the ocean.Wanda baked pies and had waitressed at Gaylords til they went topless. so she's started her own place, cuz she knows what others really want for a meal.Blend of women and their talents come together to make the area work for them all. They all rally and help another get over their problems.Some knit/crochet, some organize, some bake and some use their religion for a happy medium.Maggie is on the trail of Blake who she feels used inferior things on the bridge and was responsible for a murder.Love the uptodate technology of an emergency SOS beacon via cell phone.Tragedy of the hurricane could wipe them all out...
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A beautifully written story about Happiness Key and the women who inhabit the community. Tracy, a socialite with a name but no money (well, except some beach cottages), has now thawed and is in a relationship with Marsh, but will it go the way Tracy wants it? Jayna, a product of a strict family and arranged marriage, has made the best of a bad situation and comes out on top, but she really wants children and that isn't happening. Wanda has the pie shop of her dreams, but those dreams might be ruined in the form of her daughter, Maggie who leaves her job and boyfriend and moves back to Happiness Key. Alice is taking care of her granddaughter and quickly become part of her life, but what if she loses her?This is just the perfect beach read, to get your mind off things and go inhabit a different place for awhile. You will be swept up in the characters and their stories. Even though there are lots of different threads and angles, the full story is easy to follow since everything intertwines and meshes well together. I couldn't help but be reminded of Debbie Macomber's stories. This is the third book in the series, but I thought it could stand alone. I had no trouble getting into any of the plot points or details. This is a book club pick for a group I just joined. I am going to have to go back and get the first two in the series so I can catch up.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Loved the third book of this series. Good summer read, a little drawn out, and add a hurricane still adds up to a nice easy read, enjoyable characters and Emile draws everything to a close. I really could have done a couple more! Can't wait to see what she has in store next.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Changes are afoot for the women of Happiness Key. Wanda's daughter, at loose ends after quitting her job and her relationship, comes to stay and help with the pie shop--which may be going national. Janya and Rishi find themselves in charge of two small children--and a mystery. And Tracy's relationship with Marsh takes an unexpected turn.Slight but enjoyable.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Sunset Bridge by Emilie Richards in the third book in the Happiness Key Novels. The book centers around a myriad of fantastic characters and a few story lines that take place in the quaint little town of Happiness Key. I love the chemistry between the characters especially the women. They're drawn together despite their various background and ages. They have an enviable friendship. My favorite character is Wanda. She is a spunky lady with an affinity to make delicious pies. Her character made me drool. Literally. Every time she was in the kitchen making pies, my stomach growled. Wanda and her daughter, Maggie don't see eye to eye on a lot of things. Maggie moves back after events in her personal and professional life leave her questioning her life's direction. Maggie is quick to make friends with Tracy. They are sorta in the same 'not sure what to do next' boat. Life has thrown them a few lemons and they don't know what to do with them. Maggie is also helping to solve the mystery of Janya's friends unexpected disappearance. This is one of those books that I picked up and thought to myself I'll just read a few chapters and before I knew it, I was almost finished with the book. I love all the story lines. They are all so interesting, mysterious, heartwarming and funny. Even though there are elements of mystery and suspense in this book, it's a character driven novel. I love how the characters interact with each other. They are there for each other through the good, the bad and the ludicrous. This is a great summer read. It's fast paced and delightful. Sunset Bridge is the third book in the Happiness Key novels. The first two are Happiness Key and Fortunate Harbor. I have not read the first two books yet. However Emilie Richards did a fantastic job. I did not feel lost at all when reading this story. She gives you a twitter version on past events when necessary. I do want to go back and read the first two books because I fell in love with Happiness Key and would love to read more about the characters in these books. If you are looking for a great summer read you should check this book out. I highly recommend it.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Delightful friendships with a hint of mystery and thrills makes for a great summer read. As a first time reader of this Emilie Richards writing I can say I have been pleasantly surprised. Richards has brought the beach to the reader and I have found her destination relaxing and enjoyable, even with a lurking hurricane. She gives the reader a mix of characters soft spoken Janya, the feisty and funny Wanda, Wanda's daughter Maggie the ex-cop, Alice who struggles with her stuttering due to a stroke, and the I'm not as tough as I think I am Tracy. Sunset Bridge takes place in Florida in a quaint area named Happiness Key. An area that has not been developed other than for a few beach cottage homes belonging to the current property owner Tracy Deloche. Tracy not only struggles with the thought of selling the property but also lacks confidence in the man department. Not sure where she stands in her relationship with Marsh, the man she has only known and dated for a few months, she is now pregnant and seems quite paranoid. Self-centered Tracey avoids her boyfriend Marsh throughout this book and it makes you wonder why he sticks around or even if she really deserves Marsh. Marsh is the typical type of male who is not good at speaking about his emotions and you can't blame the guy, he has been burned before. I liked the character of Maggie for she can be anyone's daughter. Although Maggie seems timid and at first unlike her mother Wanda, it turns out Maggie has inherited part of her mothers fire and is not afraid to bring it on. Richards did well in providing Sunset Bridge with this tangible mother daughter relationship. Just like a real life bunch of friends Richards makes sure you get to know them a little at a time as the book progresses. For this very reason I found myself liking a character at the beginning of the book and hating them later. Sunset Bridge provides many surprises along the way and does not disappoint when it comes thrills with an added touch of mystery. The relationships and friendships amongst the main characters are just like in real life, at times heated and other times loving. Keeping it real Richards makes sure they hate each others pet peeves and tell each other so throughout the book. If you are looking for the perfect summer read and have not read any of the other books in this series don't let it stop you as this book holds up well on it's own.
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